Graziano's Downtown Cafe
91 Broadway, Kingston, NY
Crema's Take
“This is an Italian restaurant masquerading as a casual cafe, where the owner-chef cooks pasta and meatballs with the kind of obsessive care that shows up in every bite. The vibe is deliberately unpretentious—think your uncle's kitchen rather than a designed dining room—but the food consistently wins over skeptics with its authenticity and generosity. If you want to skip the Kingston restaurant scene theatrics and just eat genuinely excellent Italian food, this is the place.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
Had the best Valentines experience here! Our server, Cassandra, was amazing. The food came out quickly and was some of the best homemade pasta we’ve ever had. We had the meatballs to start (fantastic), the homemade pappardelle with bolognese, and the seafood fra diavolo.…
Besides allowing me to reschedule my reservation. The food was some of the best Italian I've ever had . Everything from tuna tartar to a gaint meatball to FRESH pasta. The chef (owner) is a sweetheart and absolutely amazing. . We will DEFINITELY be back . Again and again…
We stumbled upon Downtown Cafe while searching for a great Italian meal to celebrate my birthday, drawn in by all the rave reviews and it exceeded every one of them. This unpretentious, cozy, and whimsical spot delivered in every aspect. From the moment we arrived, the kindness…
If you’re looking for truly authentic Italian cooking, this place is an absolute gem. The moment you step inside, you’re wrapped in the aroma of whatever the chef is cooking… right there in front of you. The space is tiny, almost charmingly cramped, like part storage room, part…
Graziano's is undoubtedly the quirkiest restaurant you'll ever step into. The focus isn't on aesthetics; it feels like you've walked into your uncle's kitchen or a cousin's backyard barbecue. The chef, dressed casually in a t-shirt, mans a residential stove, and the outdoor…
Crema Reviews
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